Social Services Assistant

Aviarahealthcare

Assist in social service program planning
Coordinate resident discharge planning
Maintain confidential health information
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents.
  • Employees will coordinate social service activities with other departments and assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care and independence.
  • The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information and reporting any suspected fraud.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist in social service program planning
  • Coordinate resident discharge planning
  • Maintain confidential health information
  • Document social service progress notes
  • Collaborate with medical and nursing staff

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in healthcare settings preferred
  • Ability to assist with emotional stress
  • Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid programs
  • Strong rapport building skills
  • Participation in training development

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Prior healthcare experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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